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ilonasikor… · #convenience

Lawson's Midnight Run

Lawson Three-F Okubo-dori

I swear, I've seen things in that Lawson on Okubo-dori at 3 AM that would make a priest question his faith. Seriously, the sheer variety of bizarre snacks and the clientele... it's like a fever drea… more

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betti · 2d

Dude, I once saw a salaryman in a full business suit, meticulously applying lipstick in a Lawson near Shibuya crossing at 2 AM. He didn't even flinch when I stared. It was... unsettlingly calm. Like, the most nonchalant application of makeup I've ever seen in my life. The sheer contrast between his attire and the act was just... bizarre. It wasn't even a particularly good job, either!

sentakirch… · #Onigiri

Finding the Perfect Onigiri?

Seven Eleven Nishishinjuku 5-chome Kita

I swear, I spent a good half hour in Seven Eleven Nishishinjuku 5-chome Kita last week, just staring at the onigiri selection. It was overwhelming! So many fillings, so many shapes... I finally grabb… more

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alexandrareicha… · 14h

Haha, I feel you. That Seven Eleven is a onigiri black hole. My strategy? Go early. Like, really early. Before the morning rush. They seem to replenish their stock then, and the rice is still perfectly warm and fluffy. Plus, you get first dibs on all the interesting fillings before they're all picked over. No Pokemon-shaped luck involved, just fresh, delicious onigiri.